Compound optical microscopes, including those for photomicrography, cinemicrography or microprojection; parts and accessories thereof
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Heading 9011 covers compound optical microscopes, including stereoscopic models and units built for photomicrography, cinemicrography or microprojection, plus their parts and accessories. The heading splits first by microscope type: stereoscopic, other photomicrography and related microscopes, other microscopes, and then parts and accessories. Several lines turn on whether the microscope is provided with a means for photographing the image.
Products in this heading
- Stereoscopic dissecting microscope used in a lab or repair bench
- Binocular compound microscope for classroom or clinical use
- Trinocular compound microscope with a camera port for photomicrography
- Metallurgical or polarizing compound microscope
- Microscope objective lens sold as a replacement part
- Microscope eyepiece or ocular sold separately
- Microscope stand, stage or focusing assembly sold as a part
How to choose the right subheading
- Microscope type: stereoscopic versus other compound microscope
- Whether the microscope is designed for photomicrography, cinemicrography or microprojection
- Whether it is provided with a means for photographing the image, such as a camera port or built-in camera
- Whether the item is a complete instrument or a separately entered part or accessory
- For parts and accessories, confirm they are identifiable as being solely or principally for microscopes of this heading
Often confused with
- Heading 9012Electron microscope or other non-optical microscope
Heading 9011 is limited to optical microscopes; non-optical microscopes are classified elsewhere.
- Heading 9013Simple magnifying glass or hand loupe
A single-lens magnifier is not a compound optical microscope.
- Heading 9001Unmounted optical lens blank
Unmounted optical elements are classified by their own heading, not as microscope parts.
- Heading 9002Mounted lens element for an instrument
Mounted optical elements that are parts of an instrument fall in heading 9002.
- Heading 9027Microtome for sectioning specimens
Microtomes are named separately in heading 9027.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HTS code for a stereoscopic microscope?
A stereoscopic microscope provided with a means for photographing the image is 9011.10.40.00 at a general (MFN) rate of Free. Other stereoscopic microscopes are 9011.10.80.00, also at a general (MFN) rate of Free.
What is the duty on microscope parts and accessories?
Parts and accessories of heading 9011 are classified under 9011.90.00.00 at a general (MFN) rate of Free.
How do I classify a microscope used for photomicrography?
A microscope for photomicrography, cinemicrography or microprojection that is provided with a means for photographing the image is 9011.20.40.00 at a general (MFN) rate of 3.9%. If it lacks that photographic means, it is 9011.20.80.00 at a general (MFN) rate of 7.2%.
Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.